Red Salad Bowl Lettuce Seeds – Heat-Tolerant Loose-Leaf Variety for Continuous Harvests

Heirloom - Non-GMO - Reliable Germination

$3.49 USD
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Size: 1 Packet

What Makes Survival Garden Seeds Different - non-GMO heirloom seeds

Brighten your garden and your plate with Red Salad Bowl Lettuce Seeds (Lactuca sativa) — a fast-growing, heat-tolerant heirloom known for its vibrant burgundy-red, frilly leaves and crisp, mild flavor. This loose-leaf variety forms large, open rosettes that are ideal for both baby leaf harvests and full-sized, mature greens.

Red Salad Bowl is loved by gardeners for its cut-and-come-again nature, allowing repeated harvests throughout the growing season. Its adaptability makes it equally suitable for outdoor garden beds, containers, or hydroponic systems, thriving in full sun to partial shade.

Fast-Growing, Versatile, and Beautiful:

  • Deeply lobed, ruffled leaves with rich red color.
  • Mild, crisp flavor ideal for salads, wraps, and sandwiches.
  • Excellent heat tolerance for longer harvest windows.
  • Great for succession planting and year-round growing.

Why Gardeners Love Red Salad Bowl Lettuce:

  • Continuous harvests from a single planting.
  • Grows quickly in varied conditions.
  • Adds color, texture, and nutrition to any meal.
  • Suitable for hydroponic and container growing.

How to Grow:

  • Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or late summer.
  • Keep soil moist and well-drained; partial shade helps in hot weather.
  • Thin seedlings to 6–8 inches apart for best leaf development.
  • Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut entire rosettes at maturity.

Harvest & Use:
Harvest young leaves for tender, mild baby greens or let plants mature for larger, crunchy leaves. Perfect for mesclun mixes, garden salads, or fresh wraps, Red Salad Bowl offers lasting flavor and vibrant color through the season.

Net Wt. 800MG

Heirloom Vegetable Seeds

All of our seeds are open-pollinated, non-GMO, heirloom varieties with tested germination rates

Specifications

  • Botanical Name
    Lactuca sativa
  • Planting Zones
    3-9
  • Light
    Full Sun
  • Soil Temp for Germination
    50-65 Degrees F
  • Germination Time
    7-14 Days
  • Planting Depth
    1/4 Inch
  • Plant Size
    8-12 Inches Tall, 12-18 Inch Spread
  • Days to Harvest
    45-60 Days
  • Growing Instructions
    Sow outside as soon as soil is able to be worked, or start inside 3-4 weeks ahead of time for earlier growing season. Before planting outside, harden seedlings to outside conditions for 2-3 days. Plant in fertile, well-draining rich soil, spaced 8-10" apart. Water well and keep moist for succulent leaves.
  • Seed Saving Instructions
    Once flowers are fluffy and dry, harvest entire head and shake loose seeds into paper bag. Continue to dry for 2 weeks before separating seeds from chaff. Label and store for up to 5 years
  • Seed Count (approximate)
    828 to 1000

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Why Choose Survival Garden Seeds

At Survival Garden Seeds, we believe in preparing today for tomorrow’s peace of mind. That’s why we offer only heirloom, non-GMO, and untreated seeds you can trust to nourish your family and support a sustainable lifestyle. As a family-owned American company, we’re committed to providing seeds that grow strong and true—helping you cultivate health, resilience, and beauty in your garden.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are heirloom seeds?

Heirloom seeds are the types of seeds your grandparents grew. These varieties have been passed down from generation to generation. They’re old reliable open-pollinated varieties that aren’t typically grown commercially. Instead, they have a rich history that predates modern breeding techniques.

You can learn more about open-pollinated, heirloom, and non-GMO seeds in our Survival Garden Training blog.

How do I know my seeds are fresh?

Every seed packet includes a "packed for" date, and we germination test each seed lot before packaging to ensure you receive viable, high-quality seeds that are ready to grow.

Are your seeds treated?

No, we do not pre-treat our farmer seeds. All of our garden seeds for sale are untreated, open-pollinated, non-GMO, and heirloom varieties. They are kept in temperature-controlled cooler storage until they are packed and shipped to keep them pest and disease-free.

In what zones can I grow your seeds?

The seeds in our collections are specifically chosen from varieties that can be successfully grown from Zone 3 to Zone 10 USDA Hardiness Zones. However, individual varieties have specific needs to thrive in different environments. Each seed pack has optimal temperatures for germination and instructions on seed starting. Consult local frost dates to plan your garden and get the most out of your seeds.

What is the shelf life of these gardening seeds?

Most seeds remain viable for 3 to 5 years or longer when stored properly. Check your seed packet for specific varieties. For best results, keep your seeds in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Store them in an airtight container in a consistent temperature environment—a refrigerator or cool basement works well. Proper storage helps maintain germination rates and extends seed life well beyond the packed date.

Where are Survival Garden Seeds sourced?

The majority of our seeds are sourced in the United States, with a few exceptions when the seed is difficult to source domestically. Whenever we do have to source outside of the US, we ensure our seeds are safe to grow, non-GMO varieties that meet our standards for germination and reliability.